Curtis on Custer Incidents Described by Custodian and Others
The account relays Curtis and locals recount the Custer battlefield’s cemetery, water woes, and monuments. It notes Curley and White Swan as Crow scouts, Fred Serber’s hotel role, and Harrington and Porter as disputed missing officers with Dr. Porter denying non sighting. It mentions Lt Mackintosh, a Cherokee graduate, and the grave enclosure upkeep by locals.
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William E. Curtis
Chicago Record
Billings
Burlington
Record
Custer Battlefield
The
National Cemetery
Seventh Cavalry
Crow Agency
Custer
Bear Claws
Little Big Horn
Grover
Hunt
Congress
Indiana
Port Phil Kearny
Arlington
Chicameusa
Vicksburg
West Point
Wolf Mountains
Big Horn
Tery
Flatbolton
Curley
Gen. Terry
White Swan
Reno
Hyves
Fred Serber
Second Cavalry
Terry
Astrole
Serber
Gen. Greely
Arctica
Benteen
Queter
U. S
7Th Cavalry
Donald Mackintosh
Indian Territory
Weat Point
Hanaue
Mackintosh
Curtis
Porter
Harrington
Bismarck
Fortiwest
Standing Rock Agency
Fort Lincoln
Lord
State board keeps railroad property valuation same as last year
The state board of equalization set railroad property valuation at last year's levels with a small mileage increase due to additions. The Northern Pacific added 40 to 50 miles, others reported mileage changes while road representatives urged no increases. The board opened in Veece session to fix taxation, noted a fair assessment basis, and began state yeal property assessments expected to align with prior figures.
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State Board of Equalization
Northern Pacific
Bigmarck
Wilton
Devils Lake
Sui
Boyd
Reissheck
L. A. Simpe 80
Dickinson
Schallern
Morton County
Governor Fancher names ten delegates to Farm ers Congress in Colorado Springs
Governor Fancher appointed ten delegates to attend the national Turners congress in Colorado Springs from August 1 to 31. Delegates include LL R Casey Jamestown R H Hankinson Hankinson N G Larimore J H Matthews Larimore Thos Harrison Blanchard J H Wallace Hismarck J 4 Johnson J H Worst Fargo Gilbertson Hickson and Fred Solenow Great Bend. The governor also named Dr W G Matchan of Bismarck apothecary and keeper of medical stores of the state guard with the rank of captain.
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Fancher
Farmers’ Congress
Colorado Springs
Beng
Fargo
LL. R. Casey
Jamestown
R. H. Hankinson
Hankinson
N. G. Larimore
J. H. Matthews
Rainbow booster from Emmons resident writes editor
F M Greer of Emmons County, now in Alberta, Canada, praises the new land and yields in a colorful letter to Editor Streeter. Streeter responds with a cautious note, preferring patience before believing extravagant claims about the northern frontier.
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Emmons County
Streeter
F.M. Greer
Alberta
Mdlter Streeter
Missouri
Greer
Ovarian Troubles Helped By Lydia E. Pinkham’s Compound
Two letters from women praise Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound for ovarian and uterine issues. A Texas and a Michigan reader describe swelling pain in the abdomen and relief after taking multiple bottles, noting doctors’ surprise at recovery and improved mobility.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia B. Pinkeham
Tiassick
Arlington, Towa
Fragmentary 19th Century Column on Canada and Natives
An incomplete anecdotal column discusses views on travel in Canada and politicians, mentioning Manitoba and Assiniboia. It references doctors and the hardships of northern life, including natives and their frostbitten extremities, in a muddled, archaic tone.
Kidney Pills Ad Plugs Fargo Readers in 1900s
An unsigned testimonial from a Fargo resident claims Down's Kidney Pills cured backache and lumbago after a spring purchase at Wilser's Pharmacy. The notice, attributed to Foster-Milburn Co. of Buffalo, urges readers to remember the brand and price of 51 cents per box.
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Fargo
Down
Nin
J.H. Welch
Buffalo
N.D
Highth Street
Noun
Wilser
Collins
Youn
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Sole
U.S
Company K to Be Reorganized in State Guard
Dickinson Recorder reports Adjutant General Miller in the city over Company K matters. Internal and external differences reduced interest. Captain Auld resigns and the unit may be mustered out. After talks with retiring captain and Lieutenants Freeman and Skeen, the group is revived to reclaim its war record and resume a proud status in the state national guard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dickinson Recorder
Miller
Conntion
Auld
Preeman
Skee
State National Guard
Freeman
Skeen
Governor Fancher Absence Question Circulates
A rumor spread by some state newspapers claims Governor Fancher was absent during a key moment. The story prompts scrutiny of the governor’s whereabouts and possible political implications within the Republican ranks.
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Oakes Republican
Fancher
State board action cited in tax fusion debate
The document reviews the state board of equalization proceedings noting four members submitted actions to Governor Fancher for approval while at home sick. It argues the governor approved the action, suggesting the board favored the roars party and their share of taxes. It calls for compiling the actions of the bonds and their predecessors to show party alignment.
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Neeting
State Board of Equalization
Pup
M Lean County Items From the Leader
Local notes report Walfrei Hoover and family visiting Walter and returning to Bismarck with hay losses after careless handling. A Sioux and Arikaree clash near Painted Woods Lake left a wounded Arikaree leader dying in Port Verthold. Teachers' examination announced for Harrvyel county in Viamarek on August 2. Durban, South Africa becomes a winter resort with notable residences.
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M'Lean County
Walfrei Hoover
Bismarck
Walter
Caploil
Hoover
Semling & Hoover
Douglass River
Aredensil
Neal
Meraty
Dowstian
Neal Nas Iiree
George He Hiughes
Aeros
Promie
Hughes
Missouri
Lown
Coulee
Tanda
Siows
Wilind
Jeader
Arivaree
Ehlef
Marion
Painted Woods Lake
Harrvlel
Ur Sueh
Viamarek
C.D. Bbick County Superintendent of
Tropical Fruits and Flowers Surround Them
A scene shows individuals enveloped by vibrant tropical tt flowers and abundant fruits, creating a lush, fragrant backdrop that emphasizes nature and color.
Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters Promises Cure and Household Ads
Dyspepsia symptoms listed with claims of strengthening the stomach and preventing ailments. Advertisement touts Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a proven remedy for fifty years and notes a private revenue stamp on the bottle. Also notes for sale a complete household goods list at a private sale location.
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Iw Chaze
Firstster
Flonsehold Boois
Vonsistig
Sewine Nulline
Beds
Duveais
MKS
MB. Prtbe
Mack Corn Harvester McCormack Harvester Co Letter
A customer praises the corn harvester sold by Mack Corn Harvester McCormack Harvester Co. The device starts in short corn and works perfectly, binding corn 12 to 24 inches from the butt and cutting 1 to 2 inches from the ground. It clears tangled corn and leaves the ground clean. Joseph Hare, the agent, is commended for not over selling the machine.
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Joseph Hare
Robidou
The Belgian Hare as a Lively Mowry Maker and Domestic Favorite
A California correspondent to American Agriculturist extols the Belgian hare for domestic ease, compact space needs, and excellent meat. It thrives in confinement, breeds rapidly, and requires little feed, with fattening yielding high quality meat. The piece highlights prolificacy, economy, and suitability for small households.
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Eliies
Californii
American Agricultst
Bells and cows respond to bells in Florida study
A Florida Times-Union writer notes bells attached to cattle calm herds. He observes cows come home faithfully each night, cows show less aggression, and suggests bells could tame wild or vicious traits in livestock and even improve behavior if used widely.
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Ant
Florida Times-Union
Sam
Tim
Nhe
Horses endure as machines fail to replace them
The article argues that bicycles and other light vehicles cannot supplant horses or railroads. It notes skepticism about electrified city transport and rail progress, yet emphasizes that horses persist and gain value despite new technologies.
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Board
PrnkiiAst
Lydia E. Pinkhalm
Exsre Bryan
Otisville, Mich
Leon Tol
Manitoba
Assinabota
Canada
Durban
South Africa
la Plata
FICCO
Atlanta
Mack Corn Harvester
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